Brown Butter Pumpkin Alfredo: The Best Comfort Food Recipe
This Brown Butter Pumpkin Alfredo is the perfect comfort food, combining rich flavors with a creamy texture.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat until it turns brown.
- Add pumpkin puree and cream, stirring to combine.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce with garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to combine and stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
Notes
- For a healthier version, use whole wheat pasta.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Brown Butter Pumpkin Alfredo, comfort food, pasta recipe